Western England News Brief: Flood Impacts and Local Developments

This daily selection compiles notable stories from local websites and social media platforms across the West of England. The repercussions of flooding persist in areas of Wiltshire, with Chippenham Sea Cadets issuing an appeal for assistance to clear their premises, which were left “in ruins” by the floodwaters. Wiltshire Council announced this morning that drainage improvements are underway on the A350, anticipating potential traffic delays. Furthermore, Pack Bridge in Bradford-on-Avon reportedly shows signs of damage, as indicated by residents within the Spotted Facebook group. The South West Ambulance Service has urged the public to reserve 999 calls exclusively for life-threatening emergencies, following “very high demand” experienced yesterday, and has also requested that individuals avoid making repeated calls. Meanwhile, Bristol Museum has published a book centered on Doris the pliosaur, an eight-meter-long creature unearthed in Westbury, Wiltshire. Bristol Live reports that a new Guy Ritchie film, *Young Sherlock*, is currently in production in the city, with filming scheduled to resume later this week at Queen Square. In Gloucester, plans are under consideration for a Costco store at the Eastern Avenue site, as reported by Gloucestershire Live. After the premature conclusion of the Fallen Moon display in Bridgwater Docks due to deflation, Luke Jerram’s *Gaia* is slated to arrive at the town hall next year. Additionally, a screen printing business is poised to occupy the former Stan Butt butchers premises on East Street in Bedminster, according to Bristol World. For further updates, follow BBC West’s social media channels covering Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, and Wiltshire. Story submissions can be sent via email or WhatsApp at 0800 313 4630. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content of external websites and provides information regarding its external linking policy.